How to Fix Escape from Tarkov Black Screen Authorization Error After Raid

Encountered a black screen after raiding in Escape from Tarkov? You’re not alone. Many players face this, disrupting their gaming. When exiting or dying in a raid, it leads to a long black screen with ambient noise. If not force-quitting, it ends with an authorization error, disrupting gameplay and making post-raid healing impossible, impacting finances.

In this guide, we’ll explore fixes for this black screen issue in Escape from Tarkov, ensuring a smoother gaming experience.

Solution 1: Restart Escape From Tarkov and Your PC

1. Close Escape from Tarkov entirely.
2. Shut down your computer.
3. Wait briefly, then restart your PC and relaunch Escape from Tarkov.

Solution 2: Adjust Escape From Tarkov Settings

To fix the post-raid black screen in Escape from Tarkov, make changes in the game settings:

Graphics Settings:

• Disable MIP streaming.

Audio Settings:

• Turn off binaural audio.

Display Settings:

• Toggle between full-screen and borderless window modes.
• Set the game’s resolution to match your monitor’s native resolution or try lower resolutions if needed.

Remember to:

• Disable MIP streaming in graphics settings.
• Turn off binaural audio in audio settings.
• Adjust display settings as mentioned.

Solution 3: Clear Cache and Repair Escape From Tarkov

Corrupted or outdated cache files can cause issues like black screens. Here’s how to fix it:

1. Open the BSG Launcher and click your profile picture at the top right.
2. Choose “Clear cache” from the dropdown.
3. Locate ‘Escape from Tarkov’ on the main screen, then hit “Repair.”
4. Let the launcher verify and repair the game files.
5. Once the repair finishes, close and reopen the launcher.
6. Launch Escape from Tarkov to check if the issue is resolved.

Solution 4: Update Nvidia Graphics Drivers

Outdated or corrupted Nvidia graphics drivers might cause this issue. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the Nvidia website.
2. Download the latest drivers for your graphics card.
3. Install the drivers and restart your computer.

Solution 5: Monitor for Overheating

Overheating can trigger GPU malfunctions and black screens. Check your computer’s temperature during gameplay. If it’s too high:

• Clean dust from your PC.
• Consider reapplying thermal paste.
• Enhance your cooling system for better heat management.

Solution 6: Update Escape From Tarkov and Windows

Outdated game versions or the operating system can cause compatibility problems, like black screens.

For Escape from Tarkov:

1. Open the launcher, check for updates, and install any available ones.

For Windows:

1. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
2. Check for and install any available Windows updates.

Solution 7: Reinstall Escape From Tarkov

1. Open the Battlestate Games Launcher, go to “Escape from Tarkov,” and choose “Uninstall.”
2. After uninstalling, delete any remaining files in the Escape from Tarkov installation folder.
3. Restart your computer to clear temporary files.
4. Launch the Battlestate Games Launcher, log in, and click “Install” for Escape from Tarkov.
5. Choose the installation directory and complete the installation process.
6. Click “Play” to start the game and verify if the black screen issue is resolved.

Solution 8: Contact Escape From Tarkov Support

If the problem persists after trying all steps, reaching out to Escape from Tarkov’s support team is the next step. They can offer additional troubleshooting to resolve the black screen issue.